In this video I show you how to replace your differential bushings on your BMW. This process would be similar on all models. I am doing this on my 2008 BMW E90 335i.
I had to do this due to them bushings failing with time. I was getting a clunking sounds under load.
I upgraded to M3 bushings for a little more performance.
My detailed differential install and removal video can be found here:
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Two are needed
The rear stock bushing can be purchased here (affiliate):
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The differential tool set can be purchased here (affiliate):
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Grease on the bushings is unfavorable because most petroleum based greases can swell up rubber on the bushing. Use silicone grease or spray or just plain dish detergent. I had a brake problem with slides on a floating caliper back in the days because someone put lithium grease, rubber sleeves swell up and the caliper was seized right off the bat as it was put on.
For what it's worth I use a small bit dielectric grease when I press in bushings or give them a quick spary of silicone lube. Depending on what I got on hand.
For my install, I used 2 hose clamps wrapped around it tightly bit more than 1/2 way to compress the 2 halves together to guide it in.
After doing bushings, I noticed that driverside front was badly damaged. But the passengerside front was barely damaged and was in good shape. The larger rear was also badly damaged. My point is if you want to go with M3 route in the front, just buy one for the driverside.
I asked for it and you finally done it! Thanks but I've done it already
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Sometimes it’s like you read my mind I wonder about some of these jobs on my car and before I know it you’ve uploaded a video!
Again a perfect Video. Only concern might be little hard to understand for no native speakers 🙂
Thank you so much for the work you put into making these videos. I am sure that many of your viewers dont even think about how much it takes to make those.
Is there any chance that one day you will make a Video or even better
just a pdf document in which you list:
– Maintanence Plan (when to do/ look for what)
– Upgrade Suggestions/Recommendations
– Parts & Tools Recommendations for all of this
– further Tips from your personal experience with the N54
Man I would pay for this document! And I am sure, many others would do so too!
Or maybe an own website with a members section, which includes all of those things. You could always update the content.
Greetings from Germany, Bavaria
bmw ultimate repair and update experience
Just did whiteline on mine. Night and day difference in throttle response and tq to the ground. Didn't notice an increase in NVH
Excellent video as always is this upgrade worth considering for all e90/91/92! Models regardless the variant?
As always, insightful useful content! My favorite YT channel for E90 how-to.
Thank you I always got a clank when I started moving or stopped and reversed, now I know why
Hell yeah! This video is critical! Diff Mount bushings are KEY!!! #KeepConnected
Diff Brace next??
What's the best LSD to get for 08 E90 335i on a budget ?
In my E92 i put power flex bushings in front and its perfect.
Hope you have now more grip and stability with over 500 hp mainly at corners
Are rear suspensions factory stock?
BimmerN53
Thanks for another great piece of content, my 335i e91 has a clunk sometimes (can be avoided by rev-matching carefully) when engaging/disengaging the clutch (manual). You think this could also be the diff bushings? its on ca. 80.000 miles
I use soap or very small silicone based grease on bushing